Postdoctoral Associate - CRANE Lab

JOB SUMMARY

The Postdoctoral Associate performs scientific research under the supervision of managing staff and promotes institutional recognition through scientific contributions.

• Conduct research in specific areas of study as assigned.
• Prepare research reports and technical papers for publication.
• Investigate the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
• Maintain substantial knowledge of state‑of‑the‑art principles and theories.
• Develop advanced analytical models and systems and provide solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.
• Adhere to university and unit‑level policies and procedures and safeguard university assets.

Education

Ph.D. required, in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Digital Health, Lifestyle Medicine, or similar preferred.

Certification and Licensing

Certified Exercise Physiologist preferred.

Experience

• Two years of work/research experience in lifestyle medicine (specifically diet or exercise) for cancer or chronic disease.
• Two years of experience supervising and mentoring graduate students.
• Minimum one first‑author published manuscript in the relevant field.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

• Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Experience working with and supporting large‑scale multidisciplinary projects.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
• Demonstrated experience working with and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong background in data collection, management, and analysis.
• Scientific writing and publication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Familiarity with cancer survivorship preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish and/or Haitian Creole preferred.
• Experience working with big data or machine learning preferred.

The CRANE Lab, within the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine’s Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) is accepting applications for a two‑year postdoctoral fellowship in cancer survivorship. The goal of the fellowship is to provide exceptional mentored research and training experiences so that trainees become successful independent leaders in cancer survivorship research.

Eligible candidates should have research interests aligned with one or more of the following areas:

• Technology‑supported behavioral interventions, especially with wearable devices.
• Symptom and toxicity measurement and management.
• Patient‑reported outcomes (PROs).
• Biobehavioral mechanisms in cancer control.
• Health disparities in specific survivorship subgroups (e.g., LGBT, Hispanics, elderly, occupational).
• Translational science and dissemination and implementation research.

The program offers a broad scientific portfolio, a robust health informatics core, expertise in technology‑based and EHR‑integrated assessment and intervention tools, and collaborative projects within and outside the university.

To apply, submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and experience, a statement of how your research interests align with the training areas above, your career goals, and at least one letter of recommendation to: g.freylersythemi.edu.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission, and more.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff